Do you know what the word aquaponics means? It is a word combining aquiculture – fish breeding – and hydroponics – growing plants in water. But, much more than that, this simple word means a process of integrated culture which could be the answer to the challenges of tomorrow’s world… We talked to Valérie Zimmermann, who runs the Ferme Aquacole d’Anjou, to find out more.
With Ecological town planning, vegetalising urban buildings has become increasingly important. Besides being what the French want, vegetalising brings dull roofs alive, keeps homes cool in summer, retains rain water and cleans the air. What more could you ask for? A vegetalised roof certainly looks better than tiles or 100% concrete… however few laws exist and the rules remain hazy. To clear the ground we talked to Tarvel development manager Luc Proton! Continue reading…
Whether you went to the Jardin, Jardin 2017 show in Paris or not, it is time to reveal the names, and especially the projects, of the Carré des Jardiniers 2017 contest finalists. What do they have in store for you at the new edition of Paysalia hallmarked by wellbeing? Continue reading…
Bad or beautiful plants? Weeds are often victims of their reputation. However they can serve a purpose – provided you understand them! To find out more, we asked the advice of landscaper and Master Gardener Luc Echilley, winner of the Carré des jardiniers in 2013.
LED bulbs are already commonplace in homes and car headlights – and now in street lighting too. In France, laws banning high energy consumption bulbs came into force in 2015 (1) so it became vital to find alternatives for conventional lighting!
The main solution is LED lighting… but is it as good?
Read our report!
